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| Angel Voices: Libera In Concert | 
 enlarge | Creators: Gustav Holst, Engelbert Humperdinck, William Henry Monk, Takatsugu Muramatsu, Robert Prizeman, Robert / Tilley, Ian Prizeman, Fiona Pears, Ben Philipp, Ed Day, Joe Snelling, Joshua Madine, Liam Connery, Sam Leggett, Tom Cully
Label: EMI Classics
Category: Music
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Avg. Customer Rating:  22 reviews
Sales Rank: 17337
Format: Live
Media: Audio CD
Discs: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 5.6 x 5 x 0.5
EAN: 5099950317226
ASIN: B000VNMS7Y
Release Date: October 2, 2007
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| Tracks:
| • | Adoramus | | • | Going Home | | • | Far Away | | • | Prayer | | • | Libera | | • | Sanctus | | • | Salva Me | | • | Lacrymosa | | • | Abide With Me | | • | I Vow to Thee My Country | | • | Stay With Me | | • | Do Not Stand At My Grave & Weep | | • | I Am the Day |
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| Customer Reviews: Read 17 more reviews...
Perfection October 5, 2007
18 out of 18 found this review helpful
The only negative thing I can possibly say about this disc is that at first I was startled by the applause at the end of some tracks...the singing was so flawless that I forgot I was listening to a live concert! These boys have sounded so ethereal and otherworldly on their CDs, and that led some people to speculate that the "Libera sound" is only the result of studio trickery. Here's the amazing proof to the contrary.
Everything, from the low notes in "Adoramus" by Callum, Conor and Michael, to the D above high C tossed off effortlessly by Liam, is sung to perfection. Most of the soloists, such as Tom, Ed, Joe, and Ben, have proven their capabilities before, and add to their achievements here, in many cases surpassing their own high standards. Special mention must be made for Josh, whose voice hasn't been heard on its own before. He is nothing short of a revelation on "Going Home" and "I Am the Day."
To sum it up, Libera are simply the best, and this recording more than proves it.
LIBERA! Angel Voices, The Angles Voices! October 25, 2007
9 out of 9 found this review helpful
Absolutely outstanding!! This album contains most of Libera's most popular selections and they are done to perfection. I enjoyed the album very much. There is only negative comment, as stated before, remove the applause on the CD. Applause are fine for a concert video but not on a music CD.
The music of the boys is absolutely haunting and evocative. If you have never experienced Libera you MUST! While I understand that their music is based in the Christian religion I believe that people of all faiths can appreciate its beauty!
BUY IT TODAY, you will not be disappointed!
ALSO Consider buying the DVD!
 Almost perfect October 9, 2007
7 out of 7 found this review helpful
From the simple 'lick' from the clarinet on the opening to the first song 'Adoramus' to the solo tenor voices at the end of the same number this album surprises and delights in equal measure and proves to the critics that these amazingly talented yet wonderfully grounded boys can 'cut it' live.
If Libera are in town, or even at the other end of the country, you absolutely must go and see them perform and be astonished. These are not your conventional boys choir and the sights and sounds you will see and hear you will not get anywhere else in the world. Their show is as much a visual spectacle as it is a vocal feast. Fans have travelled from countries on 3 continents just to to see the boys perform for only one night, such is their reputation, and absolutely roared their appreciation at the end.
A few personal favourites are missing from this recording and from my perspective there are perhaps a few too many almost melancholy numbers which is why I can only award this album 4 stars but it is a most welcome addition to the collection. Their music still has the power to induce a lump in the throat and a tear in the eye no matter how many times you hear it.
And while you listen, reflect on the fact that these boys are not full time choristers, the membership is ever changing as their voices break, they have limited time to practice and are, on any given Sunday, on duty (twice) as a 'normal' Anglican church choir.
What Robert Prizeman and these boys have achieved is simply remarkable.
Another Great Libera Release February 13, 2008
7 out of 7 found this review helpful
The cherubic sound of children's voices, particularly boy choirs, seems to be resurging in Europe these days. The French film LE CHORISTES of a few years ago was an international phenomenon. In England, groups such as the The Choirboys and Angelis and soloists such as Declan and Joseph McManners are all the rage. However, the most popular of these musicians seems to be the group Libera. Libera's intoxicating sound, blending traditional choral concepts from the monastic tradition with current melodies and words is a great musical experience. An EMI release of Libera's studio recording ANGEL VOICES has exposed the group to an American audience. Since the concert was also captured on DVD, it is likely that PBS will soon air it which no doubt will garner the group with new fans.
This collection has some of the Libera standards from earlier collections, particularly the studio recording of ANGEL VOICES: "I am the Day" (Alpha and Omega), "Salva Me" and "Going Home" to name a few but it also has a few surprises such as the prayer from HANSEL AND GRETEL and "Abide With Me." The CD gets stronger as the concert continues which give the listener the feel of being present when it was recorded. While the CD has some of the unavoidable pitfalls of concerts recorded live: background notice, the applause, and at times less than perfect performing (in comparison with a studio recording), all of this adds to the appeal of this collection. Listeners get a sense of the real Libera and understand the group's appeal.
ANGEL VOICES: LIBERA IN CONCERT is worth purchasing. Even though membership in the group will differ in the upcoming years (changing voices have a way of doing that), it's my guess that Libera will be entertaining audiences in the years to come. Hopefully a Christmas music collection is in the works.
Of the "greatest hits" albums - choose this one November 30, 2007
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
This is Libera's third attempt at a "greatest hits" album, basically an instant replay of the "Angel Voices" album. Their Asian release "World" album matched their tour material, but not current personnel. Their "Angel Voices" album matched the current personnel better, with a precise but somewhat timid studio mix. This album is the real thing, current personnel and an authentic concert sound. Live shows are challenging to perform and record, but they pulled it off brilliantly. Of their current crop of releases, this is the one you want. Only two warnings. Don't expect any new material. And don't expect a brilliant stand-out soloist. They are so extremely balanced, it is hard to pick a stand-out. Don't be cheap, get the DVD too.
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